Mazur Judgement & Target Operating Models (TOM)
I know, I know… many lawyers are thinking they dislike this insight already. Firstly, because TOM design feels corporate, which I understand can put lawyers off immediately, and secondly, because there is a significant amount of Mazur fatigue for many excellent lawyers who have been affected by the judgment. Lessons from Mazur are wider than […]
Inside Arx Nova: Q&A with Chris Johnson
What motivated you to co-found Arx Nova? I have previously been placed in a situation where I was thrown into the pilot seat of a business going through crisis. At that time, I had multiple advisors, all giving me good advice; however, each piece of advice came from their own perspective. It was left to […]
How to Tackle Crisis One Step at a Time: Leadership Lessons from “Eating the Elephant”
Leadership Lessons from “Eating the Elephant” Applying critical solution based thinking and prioritisation sequencing to overcome overwhelming challenges “How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time.” I have always agreed with this statement and understood it was created to prevent inertia; however, I have always thought it is an oversimplification and doesn’t […]
The Hidden Perils: Why Businesses Cannot Afford to Be Unprepared for Regulatory Reform
Understanding the Impact of Regulatory Change and the Cost of Inaction Across every sector, ways of working are evolving. In some industries, the pace of change is explosive and challenges traditional approaches. Regulatory changes, driven by political shifts, technological advancements, environmental concerns or public demand, are introduced to address emerging risks, protect stakeholders and ensure […]
Navigating the Responsibilities: An Overview of UK Director Duties
Understanding the Legal, Ethical, and Practical Expectations of Company Directors in the United Kingdom Stepping into the role of a director for a UK company is both a privilege and a profound responsibility. Beyond the allure of strategic decision-making and the opportunity to shape business direction, directors are entrusted with a series of legal and […]
Crisis Unfolded: When Capital Structure Turns Risk Into Ruin
How Fragile Funding Models Trigger Business Collapse Behind every business success story lies a web of critical decisions, and few are more pivotal than how a company structures its capital. I’ve worked across a range of businesses with funding models spanning director loans, private equity, bond offerings and, in some cases, bespoke approaches like litigation […]
Why Chris Johnson co-founded Arx Nova
Across my career, I’ve worked in a range of businesses and firms. Some on the front foot, pushing boundaries as they look to grow, and others on the opposite side of the coin: large, established organisations struggling to adapt to a new world that’s trapped them in the past. I’ve progressed from an entry level […]